Why Rest is the Secret Weapon to a Better Life!

What if rest isn't just about doing nothing—but about recharging, growing, and experiencing life differently?

In this episode of Mindful Paths, hosts Nick Day and Hari Kalymnios dive into the power of rest, travel, and freediving as tools for reducing stress, increasing mindfulness, and breaking free from hustle culture.

Here's what you’ll learn in this episode:

- Why we feel guilty about resting—and how to change that

- Freediving & mindfulness: How holding your breath teaches relaxation

- The science of travel: Why new environments reset your brain

- How grind culture is hurting your success & well-being

- The problem with technology & how phones are killing real connection

- The Stoic mindset: How “strategic disengagement” can help you focus

- The truth about stress—why moving your body is better than overthinking

Connect with Nick Day on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday

Connect with Hari Kalymnios on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harikalymnios

Transformational Coaching with Nick or Hari Enquiries: nick@t4mcoach.com

Visit: https://harikalymnios.com

Nick Day's Other Podcasts:

The HR L&D Podcast

The Payroll Podcast

Mental Health Disclaimer & Guidance: The content in this podcast is informational….

(00:00) Introduction

(01:44) The Power of Rest & Travel

(04:12) Aging & The Challenge of Slowing Down

(07:33) Meditation & Mindfulness in Free Diving

(10:54) The Role of Ego in Life

(12:35) Breaking Free from Grind Culture

(15:19) Finding Happiness Without the Grind

(18:49) The Psychological Barriers in Freediving

(23:01) Scuba Diving Mishaps & Lessons Learned

(25:10) Zen Archery & Mental Control

(28:47) The Spiritual Side of Freediving

(32:39) The Problem with Phone Addiction

(39:18) Ideal Ways to Rest & Recover